Sweden is a draw for eco-tourists and open-air vacationers. The relationship locals have with nature is almost a symbiosis, and its protection a custom. The green soul of this country transcends urban borders by carving out its spaces even in the beautiful capital Stockholm, considered one of the greenest cities in Europe, so much so that it is home to the royal park of Djurgården, the world’s only nature reserve within an urban area.
From small to large towns, passing through the countryside dotted with flocks of sheep and typical red cottages, verdant forests where majestic elk graze, all the way to the areas of the great lakes, beloved bodies of fresh water for practicing all kinds of sporting activities, or simply relaxing while enjoying their idyllic viewpoints and the peace that surrounds them.
Sweden offers the best for a vacation in a tent, in a wooden cottage, perhaps with a sauna, or in a glamping, luxury proposals that never give up a close relationship with nature. It is also the perfect destination for booking a pitch and staying in a camper or caravan, ideal solutions for a touring trip.
To the south sweeps the county of Skåne, overlooking the waters of theÖresund, the narrow channel that separates it from Denmark (with which it is connected by the Öresund Bridge of the same name), a vast flat area known as “the breadbasket of Sweden.” It is characterized by fertile agricultural plains, especially around the town of Malmö, while along the west coast, sprouts the sparkling center of Gothenburg. L’Bohuslän archipelago outcrops a little further offshore, islets famous for their fishing villages and delicious fresh seafood dishes.Finally, the compass points northward toward the wild moors of Lapland, a vast area of glaciers, mountains, arctic plains and tundra, cloaked in snow in winter, a place of legends and fascination where the city of Rovaniemi, known by all to be the home of Santa Claus.
Camping in Sweden
Whatever your destination, you will always find a high-quality campsite in Sweden assured by theNational Association of Swedish Campsites which has more than 300 campsites across the country as members. Open-air areas range from north to south, offering more than 75,000 pitches and 9,000 cottages and cabins, facilities equipped to stay even with a camper, caravan or other mobile solution. Alternatively, free camping is also allowed in Sweden because for Swedes, staying in nature is a right but also a responsibility that includes protecting the environment and respecting it completely.
Camping is also among the most popular stay options among locals themselves, and is increasingly proving to be an attraction for tourists from all over Europe, as stated by Camping.es : “As a tourist country, Sweden and its campgrounds continue to attract a growing number of guests. Families with children, adventurers, bon vivants and other Swedish and international tourists are increasingly choosing campsites as their vacation base. Between June and August, nearly half of all tourists in Sweden stay at a campsite. In July there are even more, and for many years camping has been the most common type of accommodation in Sweden. In recent years, the number of overnight stays at Swedish campsites has reached 15-17 million per year.
“Sweden has a wealth of experiences to offer, and the range of accommodations available is now wider and more varied than ever before. Whether camping is the destination of your trip or just a stop along the way, there is something for everyone, from small, charming campsites, to basic pitches, full camping resorts, glamping facilities and everything in between. All offer some of the best vacation spots in Sweden and are always based on nature and outdoor experiences.”
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